Case Manager

$38,064 - $46,634/Yr

Southern Arizona Aids Foundation - Tucson, AZ

Full-time - Entry Level

Tucson, AZ

Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations

About the position

The Case Manager at the Southern Arizona AIDS Foundation provides comprehensive case management services to individuals living with HIV/AIDS and their families. This full-time position focuses on supporting clients in accessing medical care and supportive services, ensuring they receive the necessary assistance to maintain their health and housing stability.

Responsibilities

• Provide client-centered services to support persons living with HIV/AIDS in obtaining or maintaining primary medical care and housing.
• Conduct initial assessments of service needs using the Self-Sufficiency Matrix and Acuity Scale.
• Complete the Vulnerability Index- Service Prioritization Decision Assistance Tool (VI-SPDAT) for clients requesting housing.
• Develop comprehensive, individualized service plans for clients.
• Coordinate services required to implement the service plans.
• Monitor clients to assess the efficacy of the service plans and adapt them as necessary.
• Advocate for clients and review utilization of services.
• Develop goal plans in collaboration with clients to address transition needs and long-term housing stability.
• Support clients in meeting their identified needs.
• Participate in weekly group supervision meetings and treatment team meetings with medical providers.
• Conduct home visits to assess and support clients, identifying unmet needs.
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation of all client contact.
• Comply with SAAF employment and quality assurance policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in social services or health-related field or 2 years' work experience in a social services related field.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Valid Arizona driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to obtain fingerprint clearance through the Arizona Department of Public Safety.

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge of HIV/AIDS issues.
• Two years' case management experience working with people with substance abuse and/or mental health issues.
• Knowledge of supportive housing programs and issues related to homelessness.
• Previous experience in a team leader or supervisor role.
• Experience working with Tucson human service providers.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with database systems.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, sensitivity to cultural and personal diversity.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish).

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Continuing education/training opportunities.